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<h2>Golden State Warriors Roster 2023/24</h2>
The Golden State Warriors have the following players in their squad for the upcoming season:
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Curry</td>
<td>Point Guard</td>
<td>35</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Klay Thompson</td>
<td>Shooting Guard</td>
<td>33</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Draymond Green</td>
<td>Power Forward</td>
<td>33</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Wiggins</td>
<td>Small Forward</td>
<td>28</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Chris Paul</td>
<td>Shooting Guard</td>
<td>3</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rudy Gay</td>
<td>Small Forward</td>
<td>33</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Donte DiVincenzo</td>
<td>Shooting Guard</td>
<td>26</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jonathan Kuminga</td>
<td>Power Forward</td>
<td>20</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kevon Looney</td>
<td>Forward</td>
<td>27</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gary Payton II</td>
<td>Shooting Guard</td>
<td>30</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Moses Moody</td>
<td>Shooting Guard</td>
<td>4</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brandin Podziemski</td>
<td>Shooting Guard</td>
<td>2</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2>Golden State Warriors' Top Paid Players 2023/24</h2>
The Warriors feature a few of the highest-paid basketball players in the entire league. Here are the salaries of their top earners for the 2023/24 season:
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Curry</td>
<td>$51,915,615</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Klay Thompson</td>
<td>$43,219,440</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Chris Paul</td>
<td>$30,800,000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Wiggins</td>
<td>$24,330,357</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Draymond Green</td>
<td>$22,321,429</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gary Payton II</td>
<td>$8,715,000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kevon Looney</td>
<td>$7,500,000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jonathan Kuminga</td>
<td>$3,918,480</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brandin Podziemski</td>
<td>$3,352,404</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Cory Joseph</td>
<td>$3,196,448</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dario Saric</td>
<td>$2,709,849</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Trayce Jackson-Davis</td>
<td>$1,119,563</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2>Golden State Warriors Franchise History</h2>
The franchise was founded in 1946 and was named the Philadelphia Warriors. Under the influence of the then-owner Peter A. Tyrrell, the organization saw its initial growth. It played a pivotal role in the formation of the Basketball Association of America. They won the championship in the inaugural campaign of the 1946-47 season. Following this, the Warriors again clinched the title in the 1955-56 campaign.

The team saw a change in ownership in 1962. The new owner, Franklin Mieuli, relocated the team to the San Francisco Bay Area. In what became a historical move, the franchise was rebranded with the name San Francisco Warriors. The team saw another ownership change soon, and they started playing the home games in Oakland. The historical moment happened in the 1971/72 season. They adopted the name of the Golden State Warriors and it remained ever since.
<h2>Golden State Warriors <b>Achievements and Wins</b></h2>
The team holds the third place when it comes to success in NBA history. They have seven championships to their name. Only the Boston Celtics and the Los Angeles Lakers have more titles than the Dubs. They won their first two championships in the season 1946-47 and 1955-56, respectively. After that, though, they had to go through a two-decade-long trophyless time. They eventually returned to the winner's circle in the 1974-75 season. Legends like Rick Barry and Jamaal Wilkes played a crucial role in that return.

Significant challenges marked their following years. They had to wait for their moment to arrive and finally; it did. In the 2010s, they became a wildly successful side. The turning point came in the 2009 NBA draft. The Warriors made the decision to select a young Stephen Curry as their 7th overall pick. What followed changed the game of basketball as a whole, as well as the fate of the team forever.

The start was not easy for Curry. After facing injuries, his time on the court became limited. Since then, he quickly emerged as a basketball sensation. The Warriors' front office made astute moves to strengthen the roster. The Warriors appointment of NBA legend Steve Kerr as head coach. It changed the dynamic of the league ever since. Kerr was able to bring the best of Stephen on the floor alongside bringing others into action. The team's resurgence was driven by the dynamic duo of Curry and Klay Thompson. Along with the rise of Draymond Green as a top-tier defender, the team became a success. Kerr benefited from this as he employed smaller lineups. The organization put together a formidable team.

[caption id="attachment_1213996" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="wp-image-1213996 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/RPEIGOFFP5PBNDLB3IKQQUAZSM.jpg" alt="Warriors" width="1920" height="1280" /> Jun 16, 2022; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23), guard Klay Thompson (11) and guard Stephen Curry (30) celebrates after beating the Boston Celtics in game six of the 2022 NBA Finals to win the NBA Championship at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

Soon Stephen won back-to-back MVP awards. Their rivalry with the Cleveland Cavaliers from 2015 to 1018 gave birth to a new era in basketball. After adding Kevin Durant into the mix, the team won three out of four championships in that time. Since 2019, the squad struggled for a bit but soon recovered to win the 2022 NBA championship.
<h2>The Reason Behind the Golden State Warriors Being Called the Dubs</h2>
The Warriors have a special nickname that resonates deeply with their Bay Area fanbase. They're affectionately known as the "Dubs". Their loyal supporters proudly call themselves "Dub Nation." This nickname has an interesting origin story. It all started with a clever abbreviation where "Warriors" was shortened to "Ws". This catchy shorthand eventually evolved into the beloved term "Dubs".
<h2>Golden State Warriors Ownership</h2>
The current principal owner of the team is Joseph Steven Lacob, a successful entrepreneur. Joe's started as a minor shareholder in the Boston Celtics back in 2006. However, in 2010, Lacob, together with Peter Guber, took possession of the franchise from Chris Cohan. The partners took over the Warriors with a significant investment of $450 million. Lacob's ties with the squad go beyond being an owner.

[caption id="attachment_233923" align="aligncenter" width="1054"]<img class="wp-image-233923 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20200310162835/Joe-Lacob.jpg" alt="Golden State Warriors" width="1054" height="639" /> OAKLAND, CA - APRIL 28: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors celebrates with team majority owner Joe Lacob while playing against the Denver Nuggets in Game Four of the Western Conference Quarterfinals during the 2013 NBA Playoffs on April 28, 2013 at the Oracle Arena in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2013 NBAE (Photo by Garrett W. Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images)[/caption]

Notably, he had been a dedicated season ticket holder for more than a decade before assuming ownership. Modest beginnings mark the 67-year-old's background. A few financial obstacles initially prevented him from pursuing higher education. He had to face certain challenges due to his family's monetary constraints. Lacob's journey is marked by becoming a serial entrepreneur. 30 of his 50 investments have become notable success.
<h2>Golden State Warriors Team Sponsor</h2>
Rakuten's logo graces the team's jerseys. It happened as a result of a substantial financial investment by the company. The introduction of the logo onto the Warriors' jerseys took place back in 2017.
<h2>Golden State Warriors on Social Media</h2>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Instagram</td>
<td><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.instagram.com/warriors/?hl=en">@warriors</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Twitter</td>
<td><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://twitter.com/warriors/?lang=kn">@warriors</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Facebook</td>
<td><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.facebook.com/warriors/">@warriors</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Website</td>
<td><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.nba.com/warriors/">https://www.nba.com/warriors</a></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Founded</td>
<td>1946</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Owner</td>
<td>Joe Lacob</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>President</td>
<td>Brandon Schneider</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Conference</td>
<td>West</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>General Manager</td>
<td>Mike Dunleavy Jr.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Head Coach</td>
<td>Steve Kerr</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sponsors</td>
<td>Rakuten</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Arena</td>
<td>Chase Center</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Championships</td>
<td>7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Conference Titles</td>
<td>7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Division Titles</td>
<td>12</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Team Value</td>
<td>$7 Billion</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Golden State Warriors

Golden State Warriors Roster 2023/24 The Golden State Warriors have the following players in their squad for the upcoming season:  Stephen Curry Point Guard 35  Klay Thompson Shooting Guard 33  Draymond Green Power Forward 33  Andrew Wiggins Small Forward 28  Chris Paul Shooting Guard 3  Rudy Gay Small Forward 33  Donte DiVincenzo Shooting Guard 26  Jonathan Kuminga Power Forward 20  Kevon Looney Forward 27  Gary Payton II Shooting Guard 30  Moses Moody Shooting Guard 4  Brandin Podziemski Shooting Guard 2  Golden State Warriors&#8217; Top Paid Players 2023/24 The Warriors feature a few of the highest-paid basketball players in the entire league. Here are the salaries of their top earners for the 2023/24 season:  Stephen Curry $51,915,615  Klay Thompson $43,219,440  Chris Paul $30,800,000  Andrew Wiggins $24,330,357  Draymond Green $22,321,429  Gary Payton II $8,715,000  Kevon Looney $7,500,000  Jonathan Kuminga $3,918,480  Brandin Podziemski $3,352,404  Cory Joseph $3,196,448  Dario Saric $2,709,849  Trayce Jackson-Davis $1,119,563  Golden State Warriors Franchise History The franchise was founded in 1946 and was named the Philadelphia Warriors. Under the influence of the then-owner Peter A. Tyrrell, the organization saw its initial growth. It played a pivotal role in the formation of the Basketball Association of America. They won the championship in the inaugural campaign of the 1946-47 season. Following this, the Warriors again clinched the title in the 1955-56 campaign. The team saw a change in ownership in 1962. The new owner, Franklin Mieuli, relocated the team to the San Francisco Bay Area. In what became a historical move, the franchise was rebranded with the name San Francisco Warriors. The team saw another ownership change soon, and they started playing the home games in Oakland. The historical moment happened in the 1971/72 season. They adopted the name of the Golden State Warriors and it remained ever since. Golden State Warriors Achievements and Wins The team holds the third place when it comes to success in NBA history. They have seven championships to their name. Only the Boston Celtics and the Los Angeles Lakers have more titles than the Dubs. They won their first two championships in the season 1946-47 and 1955-56, respectively. After that, though, they had to go through a two-decade-long trophyless time. They eventually returned to the winner&#8217;s circle in the 1974-75 season. Legends like Rick Barry and Jamaal Wilkes played a crucial role in that return. Significant challenges marked their following years. They had to wait for their moment to arrive and finally; it did. In the 2010s, they became a wildly successful side. The turning point came in the 2009 NBA draft. The Warriors made the decision to select a young Stephen Curry as their 7th overall pick. What followed changed the game of basketball as a whole, as well as the fate of the team forever. The start was not easy for Curry. After facing injuries, his time on the court became limited. Since then, he quickly emerged as a basketball sensation. The Warriors&#8217; front office made astute moves to strengthen the roster. The Warriors appointment of NBA legend Steve Kerr as head coach. It changed the dynamic of the league ever since. Kerr was able to bring the best of Stephen on the floor alongside bringing others into action. The team&#8217;s resurgence was driven by the dynamic duo of Curry and Klay Thompson. Along with the rise of Draymond Green as a top-tier defender, the team became a success. Kerr benefited from this as he employed smaller lineups. The organization put together a formidable team. Jun 16, 2022; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23), guard Klay Thompson (11) and guard Stephen Curry (30) celebrates after beating the Boston Celtics in game six of the 2022 NBA Finals to win the NBA Championship at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports Soon Stephen won back-to-back MVP awards. Their rivalry with the Cleveland Cavaliers from 2015 to 1018 gave birth to a new era in basketball. After adding Kevin Durant into the mix, the team won three out of four championships in that time. Since 2019, the squad struggled for a bit but soon recovered to win the 2022 NBA championship. The Reason Behind the Golden State Warriors Being Called the Dubs The Warriors have a special nickname that resonates deeply with their Bay Area fanbase. They&#8217;re affectionately known as the &#8220;Dubs&#8221;. Their loyal supporters proudly call themselves &#8220;Dub Nation.&#8221; This nickname has an interesting origin story. It all started with a clever abbreviation where &#8220;Warriors&#8221; was shortened to &#8220;Ws&#8221;. This catchy shorthand eventually evolved into the beloved term &#8220;Dubs&#8221;. Golden State Warriors Ownership The current principal owner of the team is Joseph Steven Lacob, a successful entrepreneur. Joe&#8217;s started as a minor shareholder in the Boston Celtics back in 2006. However, in 2010, Lacob, together with Peter Guber, took possession of the franchise from Chris Cohan. The partners took over the Warriors with a significant investment of $450 million. Lacob&#8217;s ties with the squad go beyond being an owner. OAKLAND, CA &#8211; APRIL 28: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors celebrates with team majority owner Joe Lacob while playing against the Denver Nuggets in Game Four of the Western Conference Quarterfinals during the 2013 NBA Playoffs on April 28, 2013 at the Oracle Arena in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2013 NBAE (Photo by Garrett W. Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images) Notably, he had been a dedicated season ticket holder for more than a decade before assuming ownership. Modest beginnings mark the 67-year-old&#8217;s background. A few financial obstacles initially prevented him from pursuing higher education. He had to face certain challenges due to his family&#8217;s monetary constraints. Lacob&#8217;s journey is marked by becoming a serial entrepreneur. 30 of his 50 investments have become notable success. Golden State Warriors Team Sponsor Rakuten&#8217;s logo graces the team&#8217;s jerseys. It happened as a result of a substantial financial investment by the company. The introduction of the logo onto the Warriors&#8217; jerseys took place back in 2017. Golden State Warriors on Social Media  Instagram @warriors  Twitter @warriors  Facebook @warriors  Website https://www.nba.com/warriors    Founded 1946  Owner Joe Lacob  President Brandon Schneider  Conference West  General Manager Mike Dunleavy Jr.  Head Coach Steve Kerr  Sponsors Rakuten  Arena Chase Center  Championships 7  Conference Titles 7  Division Titles 12  Team Value $7 Billion

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<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center">Stephen Curry's Net Worth 2024</h2>
Stephen Curry did not earn a lot early in his NBA career. Now, having established himself as one of the best players in the league, he is one of the highest-earning basketball players in the world. He became the first player to sign a $200 million contract in 2017. The sharpshooter signed a four-year $215.35 million contract extension with the <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/golden-state-warriors/" target="_self" rel="noopener">Golden State Warriors</a> in 2021, with an annual average salary of $53 million. And while doing so, he also became the first player to sign two straight contracts worth over $200 million.

[caption id="attachment_2474127" align="alignnone" width="4323"]<img class="size-full wp-image-2474127" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2023-12-20T054606Z_45622464_MT1USATODAY22143535_RTRMADP_3_NBA-BOSTON-CELTICS-AT-GOLDEN-STATE-WARRIORS.jpg" alt="" width="4323" height="2882" /> Dec 19, 2023; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) reacts after scoring against the Boston Celtics during the overtime period at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

Curry has an estimated net worth of $160 million, according to recent reports. He has earned over $354,721,977 over 15 seasons with the Golden State Warriors. Also, like most world-class athletes, Steph earns a lot from endorsements and partnerships as well. In 2022, he was the 5th highest-paid athlete in the world earning $92.8 million, with $45.8 million in NBA salary and $47 million in endorsements.
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<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center">The early life of Stephen Curry</h2>
Stephen Curry was born on March 14, 1988, in Akron, Ohio. The four-time NBA champion was brought up in Charlotte, North Carolina. After graduating from Charlotte Christian High School, Curry joined Davidson College in 2006. The point guard slowly but steadily became one of the best college players in the country. After three years of college, Curry declared for the NBA draft in 2009. He later completed his bachelor's degree in sociology in May 2022.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curry’s family and personal life</b></h2>
Stephen Curry was born to NBA veteran Dell and Sonya Curry. Much like Steph, Dell was a sharpshooter as well and played 16 seasons in the league, with 10 of them spent with the Hornets. Steph was born just two years after his father entered the NBA. So, naturally, he grew up around the league. The two-time NBA MVP has two younger siblings: Seth and Sydel Curry. Seth currently plays for the Dallas Mavericks, signing a two-year contract in 2023.

Steph married Ayesha Curry in 2011 in front of friends and family, after dating for a few years. The couple has three children together: Riley, Ryan, and Canon Curry. Given Curry's popularity, his children are in the spotlight as well and have quickly become internet sensations.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curry’s career timeline</b></h2>
Stephen Curry was not dreaming of playing college basketball for Davidson College. However, most D1 college coaches thought Curry was too small and slight. Davidson was the only D1 college to offer him a scholarship because the head coach, Rob McKillop, believed in his abilities. It was a blessing in disguise for <em>The Baby-Faced Assassin,</em> as he improved consistently for the Wildcats. He soon became one of the best college players in the country. After three years of college basketball from 2006 to 2009 with some impressive performances, he declared for the NBA draft.

The Golden State Warriors selected Steph as the 7th overall pick, arguably the best decision the team has ever made. However, Curry did not bring success to the team overnight. Even though Curry showed flashes of greatness after entering the league, he suffered from multiple injuries that often kept him sidelined. So the Warriors' decision to draft the young star was under scrutiny.

[caption id="attachment_2474092" align="alignnone" width="3287"]<img class="size-full wp-image-2474092" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2023-12-20T055807Z_1149708489_MT1USATODAY22143576_RTRMADP_3_NBA-BOSTON-CELTICS-AT-GOLDEN-STATE-WARRIORS.jpg" alt="" width="3287" height="2191" /> Dec 19, 2023; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) attempts a three-point shot against the Boston Celtics during the second half at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

At the time, Monta Ellis was the best player on the team. Despite Curry's injury woes, they continued to believe in him and his abilities. In 2012, the Dubs traded Ellis to the Milwaukee Bucks and showed their intention to build the team around Curry, which was considered a major gamble by many. Safe to say, it has paid off in multiple folds. And no one is questioning the decision now.

As Curry improved his overall health and fitness, he started playing at a high level consistently. Curry won back-to-back MVP awards in 2015 and 2016, with the second one making him the first-ever unanimous award recipient. He led the Warriors to their first championship in 40 years in 2015 and won again in 2017 and 2018.

After a few disappointing seasons, the Warriors were back at the top of the tree as Curry won the Finals MVP award for the first time in 2022 after leading the Warriors to their fourth title in eight years.

<span style="font-weight: 400">In 2023, Curry surpassed Wilt Chamberlain (7,216) for the most field goals made in Warriors history with 7,222. </span><span style="font-weight: 400">He also became the first player in NBA history to score at least 10,000 career points off of three-pointers.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Against the Sacramento Kings, Curry became the first player to score 50 points in a Game 7 and surpassed Kevin Durant's previous record of 48 points before being overtaken by Celtics’ Jayson Tatum. </span>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curry’s NBA career stats</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">Regular season games played - 919</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Regular season points per game - 24.7</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Regular season assists per game - 6.4</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Regular season rebounds per game - 4.7</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Playoff games played - 147</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Postseason points per game - 27.0</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Postseason assists per game - 6.2</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Postseason rebounds per game - 5.3</span>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curry’s partnerships and endorsements</b></h2>
Some of the most important endorsements and partnerships of Stephen Curry are as follows:

Under Armor

Brita

Palm

Nissan/Infiniti

JP Morgan Chase

Rakuten

Chase

Sony

Unilever

Vivo
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curry’s major achievements and awards</b></h2>
<span style="font-weight: 400">4× NBA champion (2015, 2017, 2018, 2022)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA Finals MVP (2022)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">2× NBA Most Valuable Player (2015, 2016)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">9× NBA All-Star (2014–2019, 2021–2023)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA All-Star Game MVP (2022)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">4× All-NBA First Team (2015, 2016, 2019, 2021)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">4× All-NBA Second Team (2014, 2017, 2022, 2023)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">All-NBA Third Team (2018)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA All-Rookie First Team (2010)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">2× NBA scoring champion (2016, 2021)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">2× NBA Three-Point Contest champion (2015, 2021)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA steals leader (2016)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">50–40–90 club (2016)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA Sportsmanship Award (2011)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA Social Justice Champion Award (2023)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NBA 75th Anniversary Team</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">AP Athlete of the Year (2015)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year (2022)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Consensus first-team All-American (2009)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Consensus second-team All-American (2008)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">NCAA season scoring leader (2009)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">2× SoCon Player of the Year (2008, 2009)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">3× First-team All-SoCon (2007–2009)</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">No. 30 retired by Davidson Wildcats</span>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><span style="font-size: 18pt"><b>Stephen Curry’s c</b><b>harity work and philanthropy</b></span></h2>
Stephen Curry is a philanthropist and gives back to the community by more than one means. Steph and his wife Ayesha Curry founded <em>Eat. Learn. Play Foundation</em>. The foundation focuses on providing good nutrition, quality education, and safe places to play for children in need. The 2022 All-Star Game MVP is also involved in other charities like Animal Rescue Foundation, United Nations Foundation, Nothing But Nets, Brotherhood Crusade, and V Foundation for Cancer Research.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curry’s shoe deal</b></h2>
Stephen Curry was a Nike athlete initially. In the 2013 off-season, he signed with Under Armour in a deal worth $4 million. With his ever-increasing superstardom and success, Curry soon became the face of the brand. He, in turn, helped popularise the brand around the world. Then in 2017, Curry re-signed with Under Armour and also received equity as part of the lucrative $215 million deal.

In 2020, UA historically launched the Curry brand in competition with the Jordan brand. Curry recently signed a new long-term contract with the brand which will run past his retirement as per various sources. Even though the financial details of the deal are not disclosed, it is believed to be one of the<em> "richest-ever"</em> endorsement deals in sports. So far, Under Armour and Curry have released 11 signature shoes together.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curry’s house</b></h2>
Stephen Curry has bought multiple properties over the years. He reportedly purchased a house near his hometown Charlotte for $1.275 million in 2011, eventually selling it in 2019. Curry then bought a new mansion in Atherton, CA for a whopping $30 million, where he and his family currently reside.  The new Atherton property is an upgrade from their previous home in the same area.

Curry also bought a house for $2.1 million in Florida last year, which is <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-basketball-news-stephen-curry-splurged-2-1-million-from-his-160-million-net-worth-only-to-buy-a-house-where-nobody-lives/" target="_self" rel="noopener">not occupied by anyone</a>. He reportedly purchased it for a family member.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curry’s rings</b></h2>
Stephen Curry has won four NBA championships with the Golden State Warriors so far. He earned his first-ever NBA All-Star call-up in 2014. Then in 2015, Curry won the NBA MVP award as he was unstoppable beyond the three-point arc. He is the only player in the history to win the award unanimously. In the same year, Curry also led the Warriors to their first-ever championship in 40 years.

The nine-time NBA All-Star won another MVP award in 2016 as well. Curry and the Dubs continued their ascension and have won three more titles. He also won his first-ever All-Star Game MVP award and his first-ever NBA Finals MVP award last year leading the team to the championship. In 2023, <span style="font-weight: 400">Curry was named into the All-Star Team for the 9th time.</span>
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Stephen Curry’s social media accounts</b></h2>
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<td>Instagram</td>
<td><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.instagram.com/stephencurry30/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@stephencurry30</a></td>
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<td>Twitter</td>
<td><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://twitter.com/StephenCurry30?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@StephenCurry30</a></td>
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<td>Facebook</td>
<td><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.facebook.com/StephenCurryOfficial/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@Stephen Curry</a></td>
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<td>Website</td>
<td><a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.sc30.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://sc30.com/</a></td>
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<td>Full Name</td>
<td>Wardell Stephen Curry II</td>
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<td>Popular Name</td>
<td>Stephen Curry</td>
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<td>Birth Date</td>
<td>March 14, 1988</td>
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<td>Birth Place</td>
<td>Akron, Ohio</td>
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<td>Height</td>
<td>6’ 3” (1.91 m)</td>
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<td>Weight</td>
<td>84 kg</td>
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<td>Parents</td>
<td>Dell Curry and Sonya Curry</td>
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<td>Siblings</td>
<td>Seth and Sydel Curry</td>
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<td>Nationality</td>
<td>American</td>
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<td>Ethnicity</td>
<td>African American</td>
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<td>Net Worth</td>
<td>$160 Million</td>
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<td>Salary</td>
<td>$53 Million</td>
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<td>Spouse</td>
<td>Ayesha Curry</td>
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<td>Relationship/Marital Status</td>
<td>Married</td>
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<td>Children</td>
<td>Riley, Ryan, and Canon</td>
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<td>Profession</td>
<td>Basketball player</td>
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<td>Team</td>
<td>Golden State Warriors</td>
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<td>Rings</td>
<td>4</td>
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